Argentinian Alfajores
Delicate sandwich cookies filled with rich dulce de leche, dusted with powdered sugar or dipped in chocolate. A quick, irresistible treat.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
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Step 1
In a bowl, mix 1.5 cups flour, 0.5 cup cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 0.5 cup softened butter until crumbly, then stir in 2 egg yolks and 2 tbsp cold water to form a dough.
Step 2
Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface. Cut into 2-inch rounds and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350°F until edges are lightly golden, about 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.
Step 3
Spread 1 tbsp dulce de leche on half the cookies, top with remaining cookies to make sandwiches. Dust with powdered sugar or dip in melted chocolate if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- rolling pin
- 2-inch cookie cutter
- mixing bowl
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